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The tour is 4 hours in length so you will be returned in plenty of time for your cruise ship departure. All tour times are based on Shore time (i.e. local time, - not ship time)

Clients will be met by a Cruising Excursions representative at the cruise port.

Take a journey into the underworld charm, that is the Green Grotto Caves. The caves are a vast unexplored labyrinth of mystical underground caverns, surrounded by thick vegetation and supplied with pristine waters flowing from its depths. Originally inhabited by the Arawak Indians (Tainos), they used the caves for various purposes, and proof of this is evident in the multiple fragments of pottery and artefacts that have been unearthed during time.

You will take a tour of the Caves, where your guide will explain the history and true culture of this well-preserved site. Depending on the size of your party, the tour of the caves may be a shared experience.

During the 17th Century when the English invaded the island of Jamaica, the Green Grotto Caves were used as a hideout for the Spaniards who were being driven out of the country. In the mid-20th Century, between the two world wars, they were used by smugglers running arms to Cuba. During the Second World War, the Government of Jamaica used the entrance of the cave as a storeroom for rum in barrels. Over the years, there have been many names given to the caves including - the Runaway Bay Caves, Cave Hall Caves, Discovery Bay Caves, Dry Harbour Caves, Hopewell Caves, Rum Caves and Dairy Caves, the Green Grotto Caves is among Jamaica’s most visited natural attractions.

In time, the local government of Jamaica recognized the important and significance of this site and has placed it in the ownership and operation of the Urban Development Corporation and the St Ann Development Company respectively. Since then, the Green Grotto Caves have been transformed into a popular visitor’s attraction winning Green Globe 21 Certification since 2003 and in 2009 achieving platinum-status certification.

One of the main features you will see is the large labyrinth limestone cave with its unique rock formations, its stalactites, stalagmites and abundance of overhead ceiling pockets, including bats.

The Green Grotto Caves is approx. 1,525 metres long and 12 metres deep and includes many chambers, light holes and a subterranean lake named the ‘Grotto Lake’.

You will take a tour of the Caves, where you guide will explain the history and true culture of this well-preserved site.

Tips

Please observe the following while touring the caves:

Plan your caving attire, so that you will be safe and comfortable

Touring the cave without the protective headgear provided will be at your own risk

Do not litter the caves

Do not break off or disfigure the delicate cave formations

Do not smoke in the caves

Persons touring the caves must be accompanied by a tour guide

Pets are not allowed on tour.

Tips:
Please observe the following while touring the caves:
Plan your caving attire, so that you will be safe and comfortable
Touring the cave without the protective headgear provided will be at your own risk
Do not litter the caves
Do not break off or disfigure the delicate cave formations
Do not smoke in the caves
Persons touring the caves must be accompanied by a tour guide
Pets are not allowed on tour.
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Private Transportation
Entrance fee to the Caves
For 1-5 passenger, the Driver will be the tour guide on the bus. You will then have a tour of the caves with a separate guide there, on a shared basis.
For 6-12 passengers, there will be a separate driver and guide
Tour time in Caves is approx 45-60 minutes
Dress Code
None but sensible clothes and shoes is advised as some rocks may be hard or slippery.
Please note: On this tour, clients may see local wildlife, including bats inside the cave

Joining instructions

Clients will be met by a Cruising Excursions representative at the cruise port.

Top highlights

Itinerary

The tour is 4 hours in length so you will be returned in plenty of time for your cruise ship departure. All tour times are based on Shore time (i.e. local time, - not ship time)

Clients will be met by a Cruising Excursions representative at the cruise port.

Take a journey into the underworld charm, that is the Green Grotto Caves. The caves are a vast unexplored labyrinth of mystical underground caverns, surrounded by thick vegetation and supplied with pristine waters flowing from its depths. Originally inhabited by the Arawak Indians (Tainos), they used the caves for various purposes, and proof of this is evident in the multiple fragments of pottery and artefacts that have been unearthed during time.

You will take a tour of the Caves, where your guide will explain the history and true culture of this well-preserved site. Depending on the size of your party, the tour of the caves may be a shared experience.

During the 17th Century when the English invaded the island of Jamaica, the Green Grotto Caves were used as a hideout for the Spaniards who were being driven out of the country. In the mid-20th Century, between the two world wars, they were used by smugglers running arms to Cuba. During the Second World War, the Government of Jamaica used the entrance of the cave as a storeroom for rum in barrels. Over the years, there have been many names given to the caves including - the Runaway Bay Caves, Cave Hall Caves, Discovery Bay Caves, Dry Harbour Caves, Hopewell Caves, Rum Caves and Dairy Caves, the Green Grotto Caves is among Jamaica’s most visited natural attractions.

In time, the local government of Jamaica recognized the important and significance of this site and has placed it in the ownership and operation of the Urban Development Corporation and the St Ann Development Company respectively. Since then, the Green Grotto Caves have been transformed into a popular visitor’s attraction winning Green Globe 21 Certification since 2003 and in 2009 achieving platinum-status certification.

One of the main features you will see is the large labyrinth limestone cave with its unique rock formations, its stalactites, stalagmites and abundance of overhead ceiling pockets, including bats.

The Green Grotto Caves is approx. 1,525 metres long and 12 metres deep and includes many chambers, light holes and a subterranean lake named the ‘Grotto Lake’.

You will take a tour of the Caves, where you guide will explain the history and true culture of this well-preserved site.

Tips

Please observe the following while touring the caves:

Plan your caving attire, so that you will be safe and comfortable

Touring the cave without the protective headgear provided will be at your own risk

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